Good morning, Grand Junction.

Local residents and community partners celebrated Tuesday evening when officials opened the final phase of the Monument Trail, a 10-mile paved loop linking the Lunch Loops Trailhead to South Camp Road (city leaders and state funders helped make the project possible) that gives safe, car-free access to local recreation areas (local donors and groups supported its long-term plan).

A road report by Dalen Brazelton was posted on May 21 (5:19 a.m.) and updated (5:20 a.m.) with current travel details for Grand Junction.

The report outlined the latest road conditions across the area.

A 29-year-old Grand Junction man, Jonah Larson, was arrested by the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office on May 20 for allegedly kidnapping and assaulting a woman who fled to a neighbor’s home—he now faces charges for kidnapping, robbery, false imprisonment, attempted 1st degree assault, menacing, reckless endangerment, criminal invasion of privacy, criminal mischief and 3rd degree assault—and he is set to appear in court at 8:30 a.m. on May 29.

Grand Junction Parks and Recreation in partnership with the Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture will host the 10th annual Take Part in Art event on Saturday, June 21 at Lincoln Park, 910 N.

12th St from 10 a.m. to noon—this free event offers hands-on crafts, live performances, games, prize drawings, food vendors, and a Passport to Art challenge.

The City of Grand Junction installed a new HAWK pedestrian crossing signal at the Monument Trail crossing on Monument Road, making it the first of its kind in both Grand Junction and Mesa County.

The city will add a similar signal along Four Canyons Parkway soon—boosting pedestrian safety along busy routes.

Jay Valentine is the new Chief Financial Officer for Grand Junction, taking charge of the Finance, Information Technology and General Services Department today.

He brings over 26 years of city finance experience and plans to support current services while setting a strong course for the future.

Property owners in Mesa County must update their mailing address with the Assessor’s Office to make sure they get the tax notice mailed each January.

Tax deadlines are half payments on the last day in February and June 15, with full payments due by April 30 (a red flag if not received by June) while reassessments mean many will face higher taxes in 2026.

The City of Grand Junction is offering up to $500,000 in funding for organizations providing shelter, affordable housing, or support services for the unhoused.

Applications must be submitted by June 26 at 1 p.m.—city officials say homelessness has increased by 60% since 2019.

A Taste of Ireland

7:30-10 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Not specified — Experience electrifying Irish music and dance starring world champions in a captivating celebration of Celtic culture.

9th Annual Rods & Hogs Classic Car and Motorcycle Show

10 AM – 5 PM — Teddy Morse's Grand Junction Harley-Davidson, BMW, KTM — $10 per vehicle — Experience the roar of engines and enjoy food, music, and prizes at this community-centric event.

Jason Boland & The Stragglers Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with Jason Boland & The Stragglers as they showcase their new album and celebrated career.

40 Oz to Freedom: A Tribute to Sublime

8-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — All ages welcome — Experience the energetic tribute to Sublime by the award-winning band 40 Oz to Freedom.

Ninety Percent 90s

8-11 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Cover charge TBD — Covering the best and worst hits of the 90s with 100% awesome vibes.

Clyde McGee with Eric Mocko Live

8 PM — Mesa Theater — Free venue parking — Enjoy a night of live music returning to Grand Junction with Clyde McGee and special guest Eric Mocko.

Rock Junction

9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Grand Junction Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram — Entry fee varies — Explore a plethora of automotive innovations and network with industry professionals.

Cheap Trick Concert

7-11 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — Ticket information available — Experience classic rock tunes from the legendary Cheap Trick band.

Phantom Ink Festival

12 PM-10 PM — Grand Junction Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in a vibrant tattoo festival featuring artists, competitions, and entertainment.

Wüffstock at the Gardens: Liver Down the River

4-7 p.m. — Western Colorado Botanical Gardens — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Zac Grant and Liver Down the River in a beautiful botanical setting.